Toph was troubled. He hadn't expected this project to be so complicated. All he wanted was to surprise Arya.

"There are a few things I need to tell you," Zuko said in his usual serious tone, getting straight to business. He pulled up the theme park on his computer's map, urging Toph to look.

"Take a look at this... Geographically, this theme park is right at the intersection of the new and old town. It doesn't have a strategic location advantage.

"Nowadays, transportation is well-developed, so people who want to go to theme parks tend to choose larger ones outside the city. And if they prefer staying in the city, there are a couple of options with convenient transportation that can meet their needs."

Zuko couldn't stop talking, and Toph was struggling to stay awake.

Finally, after what seemed like an eternity, Zuko reached his conclusion. "So, I don't think this project is profitable. Do you understand?"

Toph jumped up, suddenly more alert. "Oh... Huh?"

Toph asked, "Bro, must it be profitable?"

Zuko frowned. "Do you think we're running a charity here? We wouldn't need to invest in a project like this if it were for charity. And if you're concerned about boosting the Hamerton Group's social status, that's unnecessary. We're already—"

"Can't you just support me, brother? Can't you give it to me as a gift?" Toph pleaded.

Zuko's irritation was evident. "That's not how it works."

with a theme park renovation proposal overnight despite his lack of business interest. What made it worse was

effort,

got some potential, Toph." Zuko smiled. "I guess

to Toph's plan, it would be a vintage theme park with basic entertainment amenities. The Ferris wheel and merry-go-round would be the iconic attractions. The unique cafes would also remain, making them perfect spots

was reaching its end, a film company had already invested in the animation. It could serve

as if that day were just around

school, Persephone's nanny and bodyguards arrived to pick her up. However, the little girl wasn't ready to go home just yet. With her parents' permission, she directed the driver to take her to the

crowds. Last time, she had only ridden the merry-go- round—she hadn't tried

vigilant as they accompanied her to

man from her previous visit. At first, she didn't recognize him, but his familiar eyes gave him away. He held a

We meet again!" the man greeted

bodyguards moved to block him from approaching too closely. The man remained

you liked this flavor," he

like it too?" Persephone

mused, appearing lost in thought. "Someone else liked it in

were cautious, Persephone had a

last time. Can I buy you a

quickly returned with an ice cream,

man maintained his friendly demeanor, raising his ice cream cone in a gesture akin

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